This programme is one of the largest as it involves the production of around 41,000 LMGs locally with the absorption of all critical technologies as this is being attempted for the first time.
A number of Indian vendors have represented to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) seeking the extension of bid submission date for the Light Machine Gun (LMG) programme under the `Make in India’ initiative. These 7.62×51 mm LMGs are going to help in bolstering the firepower of infantry soldiers who are deployed along borders with China and Pakistan. Read More…